In today’s fast-paced world, cookinghomemade mealscan fall through the cracks.
And there’s nothing wrong with that…is there?
“I personally do not buy any pre-made food items at the grocery store,” he admits.
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Other food experts we spoke to affirm that pre-made foods have their fair share of faults.
A common concern with these types of foods is that they are typically made with cheap and not-so-fresh ingredients.
“Sushi is raw fish, and the freshness is one of the key factors in its quality.
You likely won’t find pre-cut fruits and vegetables in the chef’s cart either.
He says they tend to dry out and lose their freshness much quicker than whole vegetables and fruits.
Cost is another notable downside.
Ruiz also brings up preservatives.
NutritionistLisa Youngalso isn’t a fan of pre-made, store-bought saladsbut not the lettuce-based varieties.
“There are so many healthierand tastierways to make these dishes,” she says.
She says they’re easy enough to make at home, where you could use top-notch ingredients.
But make simpler dishes yourself.”
